Hitting the clogge running backwards instead of free flowing and coming out bec the pvc isn't glued but gotta check it so can't glue it, refill ur bottle with vinegar in the bottle, also cut out as many elbows as possible that will help, the bottle of solution isn't strong enough even at that mix, u need stronger that cuts though the jelly like shit vinegar will do that been there done that

The only reason the plumber used "fixed copper pipe" was to make sure the homeowner in the future would have to call a plumber to replace the water heater. This is one of the simplest things a homeowner can do and for this reason it should be installed using Shark Bite Braided Stainless Steel flexible fittings, they even make a set for this purpose with a built-in gate valve. Shark Bite is a proven product that has been in service for decades without any failure issues, plumbers will contradict that for the aforementioned reason. It's unfortunate that this homeowner fell for it. BTW sweated "copper" pipe can fail due to corrosion.

Shouldve went 55 gal

Since you have an upper line for your shutoff switch, might have beeen benificial to install on that line to allow the fluid to go straight into the drip pan then exit through the out line. OR adjust the fluid to a more frequant schedule of injection. I would have liked to see you reasemble the pipes without blowing them clear first. Then run the last amount of extream fluid to see if it would remove loosen any of the gell-slim. Would have been an interesting test.

Why home wifi?

Your air handler is a negative pressure cabinet so the drain line needs a trap for it to drain properly.

Well done!

The app shows 2 dispenses are left in the bottle but the bottle is 3/4 full! Any comments or ideas??

Hi, may I ask what’s the small tank on the top? Thanks

Your expansion tank is mounted and located exactly as the pro plumber who did my original 50 gal PRO series Rheem heater in my new home. When it came time to replace the anode.....did the normal checks...yep....no issue....I have enough vertical pull-up length allowance to my ceiling....so went ahead and ordered a full length ( 40" long), new anode from Rheem. When I tried to replace the unit......argghhh..... the expansion tank WIDTH was JUST enough TOO Wide ( by about 1-2")....above the anode pull-out port. Had to resort buying the "Sausage-link" anode design, that instead has those segmented 12" lengths all connected together. Yeah.....pro install.....thanks for thinking this through..... :(

Should try getting some uvc lights and put 3 or 4 13watt bulbs in the coil to see if you can kill the bacteria before it starts

I'm having them same problem with one I purchased today. Awaiting technician. Thanks

I had the iflo pro installed. The guy said if you have aluminum coils it’s a real issue and doesn’t work great. He also said the home units they sell at HD are not as good as the pro because the pro is hardwired and it goes into the pan not the lines

Sounds like you got Rheemed with the Wi-Fi edition and went back to standard 50 gallon unit.

Thanks for update. I watched your 7 month update and it appears that the iFlo is working better with the concentrate than standard bottle of solution. This is good to know.

Just installed my iFlo two weeks ago. My issue with install was the weight of sending unit and bottle was too great to hold onto the air handler with the 3M tape they jnclude with holder. Had to Jerry rig it up in attic with cable ties. Here’s hoping that the solution helps keep the condensate line clear.

Just installed this. One big problem is that the unit that releases the liquid + the weight of the bottle are too much for the sticky holder ( 3m sticky) that attaches to your air handler. I had to Jerry rig mine using cable ties to hold the weight of the bottle and the unit. Definitely need a better way to hold unit and bottle weight.

Not trusting much now a days!

Thank you for this review. My air handler is in the garage and in the summer it gets incredibly hot. We are in SE FL. My ac guys just put a new drain line in that just runs from the air handler to the front of the garage - a straight shot. The old one went under the slab and out the side of the house and has been there probably since the house was built in the mid 70's. We were constantly having problems. I just want an extra insurance policy and thought this might help. I will give it a try and see how it goes. Thank you again for taking the time to help others.

Appreciate the follow up honest review. That said, I’ll pass and keep using my Mighty Pump once a month and suck the crap out of the line. Takes all of 5 minutes!

Looked and researched this product. Sounds good but: 1. a high price 2. as soon as I saw you needed a cell phone app, I said forget it. I will stick with a cup of vinegar each month.

Hey, just about to get one and just saw your reviews. I'm also in South Florida. Have you done the October check? I tried online but can't find the summer end follow up.. I saw that Home Depot stopped carrying them. Anyone know why?

Better to mount on the wall, so when you replace the air handler you won't need to re-mount

You had a lot of dirt that was loosened up by the chemical and thats what clogged the line. You have to start with a completely clean system. Iflo will keep you clean from that point forward. I'm going on almost two years. I have one of the first batch units.

Glad Rheem stood behind their product. I had a problem with an AO Smith Unit and they were not so kind. I will never buy another one of their units.

Please keep us posted because I'm considering buying the system. Thx

I installed a Tee on my drain line and 2 quarter turn valves. The valves are on either side of the Tee. The Tee is my high point vent on the line. I block in the drain side of the Tee. I then remove the cap on the high point vent and pour in 16 oz solution of 50-50 bleach and water letting is sit for 2-3 minutes. I then open the drain line and watch the liquid flow down the drain. I then refill with 16 oz of water 2 times to flush. If either side is plugged I use my shop vac to clear the drain side then the A/C side through the high point vent. let me know if you need a picture or drawing.

Tremaine Loop

Thanks was gonna get one-gonna wait to see final update. Doesnt look like solution

Is it still kicking?

Why would you put unfiltered oil in the filter

if there was no slime then what was blocking the drain line ???

That bottle hasn’t released anything , re install it. Mine has released twice and it’s half gone .

With that open sight drain you probably had a geico lizard or other critter cause your issue.

I'm glad I found your video. I live in Southeast Texas, a very similar climate w/extreme heat and humidity, and was just about to buy one of these. Looks like it's been 2-3 months since your update video - have you had any more plugged lines w/the extreme option installed? It baffles me why there's not a good solution to this problem yet.

Bought one then took it back. Didn't work.

Is this unit working with gas or Electric?

Just followed all the same steps on mine to replace the cartridge and now it does not dispense just makes a clicking noise

Keep us updated bro. Goodluck

How is it going now ? We just got these at our company ? How is it doing after 4 months ?

When was the last time your AC drain line clogged and drain pan overflowed? A clogged drain line won't shut down your AC. Iflow is just a drain line cleaner. You can use bleach to clean the drain line. Most of the time drain lines don't really clog. If you don't have access to the AC drain pan then Iflow could be an option but it is expensive. If you do install Iflow and run out of the cleaner just fill the bottle with bleach.

I have a rental property. This looked like a solution to avoid the 1 AM call. You saved me $100.

Can't wait for your update review. Also in South Florida.

Damn man. Sucks. Glad I saw your videos before I purchased one.

Going on vacation. If I want to turn off my tank, do I just close that top valve? And then turn off my water main?

The majority of clogs will happen in the trap since that is where condensate water sits for long periods of time. You would be better to buy and install an EZ Trap. It comes with a brush that you can use to easily clean out the trap occasionally. They are only like $15-$20 and you won’t have to buy refills. They also have a version with a shutoff switch built in to shut the unit down in the event that a clog does happen. That will at least prevent a massive water overflow issue.

I'm in SW FL as many commenters are. Looking forward to seeing the results. Thanks!

I prefer using the flexible hose connection instead of the soldered pipe. When you have to replace it again, the next water heater connections might not line up with the pipes.

Will it work with a Android phone?

I can see that the bottle for the solution it’s completely full, meaning that you haven’t flush any solution.